Cristiano Ronaldo Enters Film Industry—Portugal’s Creative Scene Gets a Major Boost
- Bob Tapper
- Apr 14
- 1 min read
Big news in the world of entertainment—and even bigger news for Portugal’s growing film industry.
Portuguese football legend Cristiano Ronaldo has officially entered the world of cinema, partnering with acclaimed British filmmaker Matthew Vaughn (Kingsman, Kick-Ass) to launch a new film studio called UR•MARV. The venture promises to merge cutting-edge tech with timeless storytelling—further positioning Portugal as a creative hub worth watching.
The announcement signals a major step for the country’s already-thriving film ecosystem. With attractive rebate incentives like PIC Portugal, a growing network of local talent, and stunning locations across the country, Portugal is rapidly becoming one of Europe’s most dynamic destinations for filmmakers.
As more international names recognize Portugal’s production potential, Filmmaking Portugal remains at the heart of it all—offering full-service crews, creative direction, and local expertise to support any scale of project.

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